Find Concussion Help in Prince George

At Physionorth Sports & Wellness Centre, we employ the Complete Concussion Management™ system, a full-service program that utilizes evidence-based testing, rehabilitation and treatments. To track progress, all CCMI clinics (including Physionorth Sports & Wellness Centre) maintain all baseline and post-injury files relating to the concussion. Your patient file can be accessed at any CCMI-affiliated clinic in Canada.

What is a concussion? A concussion is caused by rapid acceleration or deceleration of the brain within the skull. It is a common misconception that to sustain a concussion there must be a direct blow to the head; this is absolutely false.

What are the symptoms of a concussion? You may be surprised to learn that only 10% of concussions result in loss of consciousness. Therefore, loss of consciousness is NOT a method of identifying a concussion. Some common concussion symptoms include:

Headache

Head Pressure

Neck Pain

Nausea or Vomiting

Dizziness

Blurry Vision

Balance Issues

Light Sensitivity

Noise Sensitivity

Feeling “Slowed Down”

“Foggy” Feeling

Feeling “Not Right” or “Off”

Difficulty Concentrating

Difficulty Remembering

Fatigue or Low Energy

Confusion

Drowsiness

Trouble Falling Asleep

Emotional Disturbances

Irritability

Sadness

Nervousness

Anxiety

...and more

If you or your child experience one or more of these symptoms after a significant blow or hit to the head or body, a concussion should be assumed and treated as soon as possible.